Fifth Long-Term Comprehensive Plan of Inagi City Mayor's Greeting and General Overview (Text Publication)

The greeting from the Mayor of Inagi City and the general overview section at the beginning of the Fifth Long-Term Comprehensive Plan booklet will be published as text.
For the booklet data including the basic plan, please see the next page.

• Fifth Long-Term Comprehensive Plan of Inagi City Booklet

Note: Some expressions have been modified to support features such as voice reading.

Towards "Creating Smiles and a Future Together"

The town of Inagi was established as Inagi Village in 1889 when six villages merged, and it will celebrate its 130th anniversary in 2019. In November 2021, it will mark the 50th anniversary of becoming a city.
So far, Inagi City has been working on urban infrastructure development such as the Land Readjustment Project and the Tama New Town development based on four Long-Term Comprehensive Plans, while also capturing new citizen needs and flexibly responding to unplanned projects to improve citizen services. Even as the total population of our country has continued to decline since peaking in 2008, the population of Inagi City is expected to increase, which is a result of these efforts, and we have received evaluations as a safe and comfortable town to live in, as well as a town where housewives can live happily as chosen.

The basic concept corresponding to the fundamental philosophy of the Long-Term Comprehensive Plan was mandated to be formulated through a resolution of the City Council in accordance with the Local Autonomy Act. Although this obligation was removed with the amendment of the Local Autonomy Act in 2011, by establishing the Inagi City Long-Term Comprehensive Plan Ordinance, we clearly positioned the formulation of the Long-Term Comprehensive Plan and also stipulated citizen participation in the resolution and formulation of the basic concept.
In the formulation of the Fifth Inagi City Long-Term Comprehensive Plan, a very large number of citizens participated. In addition to the "Citizen Conference to Envision Inagi in 2030" established through public recruitment, we held district-specific discussions in all 10 districts of the city, group discussions with 13 organizations, a citizen awareness survey conducted through random sampling, and a request for proposals towards 2030. Furthermore, in line with the progress of the plan formulation, we also conducted requests for public comments on the draft of the basic concept and the draft of the basic plan.

In the "Citizen Conference to Envision Inagi in 2030," a survey titled "Everyone's Inagi 2030 Survey" was conducted targeting elementary and junior high school students, leading to passionate discussions that incorporated the opinions of over 4,000 children and students. The direction that this town aims for was summarized into three major pillars: "A town where the power of citizens thrives," "A town where the community comes alive," and "A town that is moderately rural and moderately urban." At the foundation of these ideas are people and "civic pride," from which we received wonderful proposals.
The Inagi City Long-Term Comprehensive Plan Council, established in accordance with the ordinance, included public members and experts with specialized knowledge from various fields, who deliberated on the basic concept proposal, taking into account the recommendations from the "Citizen Conference to Envision Inagi in 2030," and submitted the results as a report.

In this way, the Fifth Long-Term Comprehensive Plan of Inagi City inherits the vision of the future city, "Inagi, a city surrounded by greenery and filled with friendship," which has been upheld since the First Long-Term Comprehensive Plan, while adding "A future created together with smiles" looking towards the 2030s. To realize this, we have established five basic goals for Community Development, highlighting three essential perspectives: "A city where the power of citizens thrives," "SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals)," and "The year 2030 as a midpoint."
Moving forward, we will promote the Fifth Long-Term Comprehensive Plan of Inagi City, created with the collective strength of citizens, aiming for a sustainable Community Development that fosters a city where citizens actively engage in improving the community they live in, embodying this "Civic Pride," and striving for a city that is a perfect balance of countryside and urban living, allowing citizens to settle down across generations.

In closing, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to all the participants of the "Citizen Conference to Envision Inagi in 2030," those who participated in the district and organization discussions, the children, students, and citizens who provided various opinions including responses to the survey, the members of the Inagi City Long-Term Comprehensive Plan Review Council, the Inagi City Council, and all those who have been involved in the formulation of this plan for their understanding and cooperation.

March 2021 Mayor of Inagi City Katsuhiro Takahashi

General Overview

1 About the Plan

(1) Basis and Positioning of the Plan

This plan is based on Article 3, Paragraph 1 of the Inagi City Long-Term Comprehensive Plan Ordinance (Ordinance No. 14 of 2018).
Additionally, it is stipulated in Article 4, Paragraph 1 of the same ordinance that it shall be the city's highest-level plan.

(2) Name of the Plan

The name of this plan is the "Fifth Long-Term Comprehensive Plan of Inagi City".

(3) Structure and Duration of the Plan

The Long-Term Comprehensive Plan consists of a three-layer structure: "Basic Concept," "Basic Plan," and "Implementation Plan."

1. Basic Concept
   The period for the basic concept is approximately 10 years, until the early 2030s.
2. Basic Plan
   The period of the Basic Plan is set for 10 years, from fiscal year 2021 (Reiwa 3) to fiscal year 2030 (Reiwa 12).
3. Implementation Plan
   The implementation plan is formulated in two phases: the first phase covers a period of five years starting from fiscal year 2021 (Reiwa 3), and the second phase covers a period of five years starting from fiscal year 2026 (Reiwa 8).

Trends of the Era

Our country is facing an unprecedented crisis of rapid population decline due to low birth rates and aging, around the year 2040 (Reiwa 22).
As the population continues to decrease and uncertainty in the surrounding environment increases, it is necessary for Inagi City to appropriately respond to the emerging challenges while providing stable resident services sustainably, taking into account the trends of the times. Additionally, it is essential to prepare for large-scale disasters and unknown crises that may occur in the future.
We must properly foresee what kind of era 2030 will be as a stage for the future of Inagi City.

(1) Population Decline and Aging Society

The number of births in Japan fell below 1 million in 2016, and it is expected to decrease to 750,000 by 2030.
By 2030, it is anticipated that the younger generation in their 20s and 30s will decrease by about 20% compared to 2015, accelerating the decline in the working-age population. On the other hand, the number of older adults aged 75 and over is expected to increase by 40%, leading to rapid aging.
Even in Tokyo, which has been pointed out for its population concentration, it is said that the population will begin to decline after peaking in 2025. In Inagi City, however, due to urban infrastructure development such as the Land Readjustment Project, population growth centered around parenting generations is expected to continue, and the declining birthrate and aging population are anticipated to progress relatively gently. Recognizing this characteristic population structure of the city, it is necessary to pay attention to changes in social conditions that may impact city administration, such as the decline in the working-age population due to the nationwide population decrease and aging society.

(2) Aging of infrastructure and other facilities

By the year 2030, many infrastructures will be over 50 years old nationwide, and the aging of infrastructure and public facilities is expected to progress, leading to enormous costs for maintenance and management. The infrastructure and public facilities that were developed simultaneously during the period of rapid economic growth, based on the assumption of population increase, may face a decline in necessity and may not deliver the expected benefits in an era of population decline. Therefore, when updating, it is necessary to review the service supply system nationwide to align with the era of population decline.
In Inagi City as well, the financial burden associated with the maintenance and renewal of aging infrastructure and public facilities has become a challenge. Unlike the nationwide trend of population decline, Inagi City is expected to see an increase in population for the time being, but it is necessary to consider the renewal of infrastructure with a long-term perspective.

(3) Possibility of Large-Scale Disasters Occurring

The probability of a capital region earthquake (M7 class) and a Nankai Trough earthquake (M8 to 9 class) occurring is approximately 70% within the next 30 years, and the scale of damage is expected to exceed that of the Great East Japan Earthquake.
Additionally, due to abnormal weather associated with global warming, the occurrence of heavy rainfall and other events is expected to increase, raising the risk of river flooding and landslides.
In Inagi City, the Tama Directly Beneath Earthquake (M7.3), which is assumed to cause the most damage from seismic disasters, is expected to result in over 1,000 casualties, more than 16,000 evacuees, and approximately 2,800 damaged buildings.
Regarding flood damage, the city has a rich water environment with the Tama River flowing to the north, the Misawa River flowing through the center, the Omaru irrigation system spreading in a grid pattern within the urban area, the Omaru Yato River originating from hilly areas, and the Asou River. However, this also increases the risk of flooding during heavy rainfall.
We must be adequately prepared for these anticipated disasters. Furthermore, it is necessary to establish a system that can respond to unknown crises that may arise in the future, such as the global threat posed by COVID-19 that occurred in 2020.

(4) Realization of Society 5.0

The Fourth Industrial Revolution, namely, Society 5.0, which aims to achieve economic development and solve social issues through technological innovations utilizing IoT, AI, and other technologies, is a society that integrates these technologies into industry and social life.
It is expected that services will be provided that better meet the diverse needs of individuals, leading to higher satisfaction and improved convenience and quality of life. Additionally, it is anticipated to influence Japan's international competitiveness and have a significant impact on the domestic industrial and employment structures.
The realization of Society 5.0 will also become the foundation of citizen life in Inagi City, and the administration must aim to improve services that are compatible with the times while considering the effective use of these technologies.

(5) Expansion of a Cooperative Society

The rapid progress of population decline and the aging population is creating various challenges nationwide, such as severe financial situations, stagnation of economic activities due to the shrinking consumer market, serious labor shortages, and the reduction of public transportation networks. It is expected that it will become difficult for the administration alone to respond to the diversification and complexity of issues in each region.
In this context, against the backdrop of the expansion of side jobs and the social participation of Older Adults, community activities and diverse citizen initiatives are expected to spread, becoming the driving force that supports the region, fostering mutual assistance, support, and problem-solving in society.
In Inagi City, we have been promoting Community Development through Collaboration, respecting the positions of citizens and the administration while leveraging their unique characteristics. Moving forward, it is necessary to advance Community Development where everyone can have opportunities and places to thrive in various forms and methods within the community.

3 Towards the Formulation of a New Long-Term Comprehensive Plan

Since the formulation of the "Long-Term Comprehensive Plan of Inagi City" in 1975, Inagi City has developed four long-term comprehensive plans and has promoted planned Community Development, evolving into a city that boasts livability. Even in the fifth plan, by formulating a long-term and comprehensive plan that captures the trends of the times, we will clarify the future vision that the city aims for and promote stable and planned Community Development.
In order to sustainably develop in the face of rapidly changing environments surrounding local governments and the anticipated tough situations ahead, we must advance Community Development suitable for Inagi City, taking into account the diversifying and sophisticated needs of citizens.
In formulating a new Long-Term Comprehensive Plan, we are organizing it with the following perspectives.

(1) Citizen Participation

The Long-Term Comprehensive Plan, which outlines Community Development in the city over the next ten years, must reflect the opinions and proposals of the citizens.
To this end, we have enhanced opportunities for all citizens, from children to Older Adults, in various districts and organizations within the city to participate in the formulation of the plan.
We are striving to create a Long-Term Comprehensive Plan that reflects the vision of Inagi City in the 2030s as envisioned by its citizens.

(2) Effective Plan

In order to reliably implement the measures set forth in the Long-Term Comprehensive Plan, a financial backing is necessary.
To this end, we are examining the measures to be implemented, ensuring sufficient coordination with the financial framework, aiming for the realization of Inagi City's vision in the 2030s, and establishing an effective Long-Term Comprehensive Plan.

(3) Relevance to SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals)

To clarify that this is a plan aimed at sustainable Community Development, we display relevant icons from the 17 goals of the "SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals)" with 2030 as the target.

(4) Aspects of Spatial Planning

In order to make it easy to understand what kind of city Inagi City will become and how each measure is planned within the city, we display them on a map, giving the Long-Term Comprehensive Plan an aspect of spatial planning.

(5) Setting Goals That Show Results

In the Long-Term Comprehensive Plan, we clearly show citizens what each measure aims to achieve, and to facilitate understanding of the progress and results of these measures, we set indicators and display the target values, etc.